Niels Koefoed Armchairs

Danish

Niels Koefoed’s furniture is a demonstration of mastery through dedication. The Danish designer devoted himself to creating dining room furniture in mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern styles. Koefoed was best known for his elegant dining room chairs and exquisite dining room tables that he designed to accompany them. His use of hardwoods, like teak, rosewood and cherry, ensured that each piece retained its charm and beauty.

Koefoed was born into a family in the furniture design and manufacturing business. His father, Einar Koefoed, had opened a furniture factory in Hornslet, Denmark, in the 1920s. Hornslet was a furniture town that was home to upholstery and cabinet companies. Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik, the Koefoed family factory, specialized in fine furniture. Over the 1950s and 60s, the company became widely recognized for Niels Koefoed’s popular dining room chairs.

One of Koefoed’s first designs to receive significant attention was the 1957 Peter dining chair. The chair’s appeal lay in its refreshingly light and minimalistic style, with a comfortable curved back and leather seat. Koefoed reportedly named the chair after his son.

In 1964, Koefoed created his most iconic design: the Eva dining chair, named for one of his daughters. He described the tall and graceful chair as feminine, with full hips and narrow shoulders. The chair continues to be in high demand today. It was part of a series of dining chairs named after important women in Koefoed’s life, the other two being the Ingrid chair, also named for a daughter, and the Lis chair. Together, the chairs were known as the “three lovely girls.”

In 2004, Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik relocated to Thailand and continued manufacturing furniture. However, many of the company’s classic mid-century designs, including the Peter and Eva chairs, are today reproduced by the Danish company CASØ Furniture.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Niels Koefoed seating, tables and more.

Creator: Niels Koefoed

Vintage Danish Set of Ten Rosewood Eva Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed

$7,680Sale Price / set|20% Off

Vintage Danish Set of Ten Rosewood Eva Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed

By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid Century Modern 'Eva' dining chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, circa 1960's. Features a sculptural rosewood frame designed with a tall backrest support. This set incl...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Rosewood

8 Rosewood "Eva" Dining Chairs by Neils Koefoed

$7,200 / set

8 Rosewood "Eva" Dining Chairs by Neils Koefoed

By Niels Koefoed

Located in Denton, TX

Rare set of eight solid rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Korfoed The Eva chair set is comprised of 8 side chairs some have newer vinyl seats but ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Danish Set of 4 Chairs and 2 Armchairs

$13,869 / set

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Danish Set of 4 Chairs and 2 Armchairs

By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of 4 chairs and 2 armchairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Kofoed. New leather seat.

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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Armchair Model Lis Made In Oak Designed by Niels Koefoed From 1960s

$1,531

Armchair Model Lis Made In Oak Designed by Niels Koefoed From 1960s

By Niels Koefoed, Hornslet Møbelfabrik

Located in Lejre, DK

Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, this oak armchair embodies the timeless elegance of mid-century Danish design. Designed by the renowned Niels Koefoed and bearing the mod...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Oak

Eva Chairs by Neils Koefoed

$7,586 / set

H 38 in W 21 in D 19.5 in

Eva Chairs by Neils Koefoed

By Niels Koefoed

Located in London, GB

A set of eight 1960s teak "Eva" chairs by Neils Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet. Marked with the Koefoeds Hornslet factory mark and the Danish quality c...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Teak

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

$3,650 / set

H 31 in W 23.75 in D 22.5 in

Pair of Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

By Jens Risom

Located in New York, NY

Danish Jens Risom attributed Mid-Century Modern armchairs with new wool felt upholstery, circa 1960s . Button tufted. Tapered legs with minor loses and fading to wood. Good original ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Wool

Set of Six Danish Teak ‘Ingrid’ Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed

$2,689 / set

H 38.59 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in

Set of Six Danish Teak ‘Ingrid’ Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed

By Niels Koefoed

Located in London, GB

A stylish and extremely well made set of six Danish teak ‘Ingrid’ dining chairs by Niels Koefoed. They were made in Denmark, they date from the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, t...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Teak, Faux Leather

Magnus Olesen Stacking Armchair Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

$360

H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 18.9 in

Magnus Olesen Stacking Armchair Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Magnus Olesen

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage armchair by Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Curved laminated oakwood design with light grey upholstery. Dimensions: 55 W x 48 D x 75 H cm. Chair of the 61 series, stackable laminated...

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Wool, Oak, Plywood

Set of Six 'Morten' Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, Denmark 1960s

$4,503 / set

H 35.04 in W 20.08 in D 22.45 in

Set of Six 'Morten' Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, Denmark 1960s

By Niels Koefoed

Located in Hellouw, NL

These "Morten" dining room chairs by Niels Koefoed are classic examples of Danish modern design. Crafted from solid beech, they feature simple lines and thoughtful craftsmanship. Reu...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Scandinavian Modern Armchair by Jacob Kjær, Mahogany & Leather, 1940s

$4,323

H 34.65 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

Scandinavian Modern Armchair by Jacob Kjær, Mahogany & Leather, 1940s

By Jacob Kjaer

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Jacob Kjær. Armchair upholstered with original patinated leather, with buttons. Frame of mahogany. Made by Jacob Kjær.

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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Rattan Caned Armchairs Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs

$1,850 / set

H 37.5 in W 23 in D 22 in

Pair of Rattan Caned Armchairs Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant Pair of Rattan Caned Armchairs, American, circa 1960s. They retain their warm original patina.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Rattan

Pair of Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Lounge Chair Armchair, Denmark, 1960

$3,200

H 29.14 in W 27.17 in D 29.93 in

Pair of Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Lounge Chair Armchair, Denmark, 1960

By Grete Jalk

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Mid-century teak lounge chair armchair, Denmark 1960. Set of 2 ! New uoholstery in torquois blue.

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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Danish Designer Niels Koefoed (1970s)

$4,683

H 35.04 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Danish Designer Niels Koefoed (1970s)

By Niels Koefoed

Located in Hannover, DE

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Danish Designer Niels Koefoed (1970s). We regularly have this model in stock and can also put together larger sets of 8 or 12 chairs. Please feel free to m...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Teak

Matching Pair of Mid-Century Post Modern Black Rattan Armchairs

$1,600 / set

H 32.75 in W 24.5 in D 22.5 in

Matching Pair of Mid-Century Post Modern Black Rattan Armchairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sculptural pair of armchairs circa 1980's. These feature black rattan frames with light grey tweed cushions.

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Fabric, Rattan

Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s

$3,362 / set

H 37.8 in W 18.51 in D 18.12 in

Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s

By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Mid-Century "Mama and Papa" Danish Armchairs

$3,600 / set

H 29 in W 29 in D 28 in

Mid-Century "Mama and Papa" Danish Armchairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish pair of vintage-modern lounge chairs feature unique Scandinavian Modern design. The teak armrests and hardwood legs add to the mid-century appeal of this matching pair of his and her...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Previously Available Items

Niels Koefoed Model 'Lis' armchair in teak Denmark 1960

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H 37.8 in W 22.05 in D 21.66 in

Niels Koefoed Model 'Lis' armchair in teak Denmark 1960

By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

This elegant model “Lis” armchair was designed by Niels Koefoed and produced by Koefoeds Møbelfabrik in Hornslet, Denmark, 1960. A refined example of Danish craftsmanship, it showcas...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

Niels Koefoed Armchairs, Model "Eva", Mahogany, 1960s

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H 37.8 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Niels Koefoed Armchairs, Model "Eva", Mahogany, 1960s

By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid mahogany. New upholstered in full grain pure cognac aniline leather. Model Eva, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", oak, 1960s

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H 37.8 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", oak, 1960s

By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid oak. New upholstered in Sørensen Savanne semi aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Pair of Rare Dining Chairs in Rosewood Model Eva

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H 37.75 in W 18.5 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Danish Modern Pair of Rare Dining Chairs in Rosewood Model Eva

By Niels Koefoed

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of 2 dining desk chairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Koefoed. a very rare set to find in rosewood 2 more available with arms if buyer is intere...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Naugahyde, Rosewood

Mid-Century Danish Modern Pair of Rare 2 Armchairs in Rosewood Model Eva

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H 37.75 in W 21 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Danish Modern Pair of Rare 2 Armchairs in Rosewood Model Eva

By Niels Koefoed

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of 2 armchairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Koefoed. a very rare set to find in rosewood 2 more available without arms if buyer is interested a...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Naugahyde, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of 2 Armchairs in Rosewood Model Eva

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H 37.8 in W 18.9 in D 16.34 in

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of 2 Armchairs in Rosewood Model Eva

By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pair of 2 armchairs in rosewood model Eva by Niels Koefoed. New leather seat.

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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s

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H 37.8 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s

By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in vintage tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s

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H 37.8 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s

By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in vintage tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

1960’s Pair of Vintage Danish Teak Armchairs by Niels Koefoed

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H 28.75 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in

1960’s Pair of Vintage Danish Teak Armchairs by Niels Koefoed

By Niels Koefoed

Located in London, GB

A stylish and extremely rare 1960’s pair of vintage Danish armchairs by Niels Koefoed in solid teak and leather. The quality is superb, they have a beautiful and curvaceous design, ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Eva Teak Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Set of 8

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H 37.8 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 in

Eva Teak Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Set of 8

By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed

Located in Ranst, VAN

Set of eight vintage dining room chairs. These “Eva” chairs are designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet in Denmark. They have a teak frame and a new khaki green upholstery.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Danish Armchair by Niels Kofoed 1960s

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H 30.71 in W 28.75 in D 27.96 in

Danish Armchair by Niels Kofoed 1960s

By Niels Koefoed

Located in bruxelles, BE

Pair of armchairs in wood and fabric of white color. Seat height: 42cm. Wear due to time and age of the chair. New straps under the seat.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s

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H 37.8 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s

By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in vintage tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Niels Koefoed Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Niels Koefoed armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Niels Koefoed armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Niels Koefoed armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Niels Koefoed were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Mogens Koch, Kristian Solmer Vedel, and Poul Jeppesen. Prices for Niels Koefoed armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,446 and can go as high as $12,861, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,200.